Band Assistant

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world‑class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad‑supported streaming service.

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, Dream Works Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry‑leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood.

NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit  for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

• Assist band leader with all tasks.
• Serve as primary liaison between staff and band leader.
• Assist band during remote shoots and road shows.
• Distribute setlist for each show on a daily basis.
• Disseminate important information to the band, such as schedule changes and taping dates.
• Work with NBC music licensing for all music clearance needs.
• Coordinate with audio engineer regarding lyric needs or other tasks.
• Assist band in various tasks and oversee interns on runs.
• Submit daily music cues to music department and help oversee interns with music cue sheets.
• Monitor the show for music cue changes by checking in with writers and segment producers.
• Handle Roots paperwork.
• Delegate casting paperwork.
• Submit band attendance weekly.
• Submit expenses on behalf of The Roots for transportation.
• Coordinate with stage managers to wrangle band members.
• Coordinate travel on remote shoots and road shows.
• Book transportation for band members.

Hourly salary range: $17.50 - $20.00

This position is paid a weekly rate based on a typical work schedule of 60 hrs/wk. Hours over 40 hrs/wk will be paid at an overtime rate. In the event that you work more than the anticipated 60 hrs/wk, you will be paid additional overtime compensation as required by law.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Minimum 1 year experience supporting high level Executive in Television Entertainment or equivalent production experience
• Must be proficient on Mac
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment, be able to maintain composure and be agreeable to changes
• Detail‑oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Flexible, personable, self‑starter, with attention to detail and the ability to interface with all levels of NBCU staff and show crew.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at once and multi‑task efficiently and precisely

Additional Requirements:

• Required On‑Site:
  This position is required to be performed full‑time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.
• This position is eligible for company‑sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to